Juan “ UncleFunky” Richardson, was born and raised on the funky streets of Oakland CA but his family roots are from New Orleans and Opelousas Louisiana. He started singing at age 13 and playing the guitar at age 15. He has played with some of the bay area legends such as Juan Escovedo and has graced the stage with his sister Shelia E. He has also played in Angelo Moore's Mad Vibe Orchestra, Carmen Jone's tribute to Teena Marie as well as underground sensation Gooferman. His first album Poly Supa-Phonic love songs was a homage to Polayamory, not to be confused with Polygamy, and all the ups and downs that come with choosing an alternate life style. His second album Love Life Oakland, is about exactly that Love & Life